Apple introduced the Satellite Connectivity feature on iPhone 14 series last year. It was a groundbreaking feature for smartphones as it allows users of the device to send emergency message alerts in remote places where there is no cellular or WiFi coverage without any special hardware. Apart from Apple, Huawei also added support for satellite connectivity in the Mate 50 series and P60 series smartphones. Now, this feature is expected to make its way to Android phones.
Android 14 to get SMS via Satellite feature
The satellite connectivity feature for Android phones will mark a significant advancement in mobile communication technology. A tweet by TeamPixel FC twitter account revealed that Android 14 will gain the ability to send SMS via satellite connectivity feature. The final stable version of Android 14 is expected to be a few weeks away.
The user also mentioned in another tweet that devices require appropriate hardware for the feature to work. Hence, it will up to the phone manufacturer. Additionally, Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy are said to be among the first phones to come with SMS via satellite feature. Regardless, it will be a baked-in feature in Android 14 for devices that will support the technology.
Samsung was expected to include the SMS via Satellite connectivity feature on the Galaxy S23 series but passed it up as it wasn’t ready. However, the next-generation Galaxy S24 lineup is tipped to pack the technology.
Apple’s Emergency SOS via Satellite has turned out to be a life-saving feature in many situations. Hence, it will be a potentially helpful feature for Android phones in the future.
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